The Cobb salad is one of California's great contributions to the universe (besides after-work surfing excursions). Scrap the salad greens and sub in macaroni for a delightfully busy pasta salad that's almost as attractive as it is delicious.

Scrap the salad greens and sub in macaroni for a delightfully busy pasta salad that's almost as attractive as it is delicious. Serve with grilled chicken for a satisfying weeknight dinner, and savor the leftovers for lunch the next day.